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Outbound fromLeicester to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 1h 10m to travel from Leicester to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 53 miles (86 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Leicester to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £5.60 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Leicester to Sheffield in 52 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Leicester to Sheffield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 53 miles (86 km) from Leicester to Sheffield by train, although you can get there in as little as 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 51 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Sheffield.
Book train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £5.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sheffield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Sheffield
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leicester to Sheffield is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.